Edwin's grip relaxed as he adopted a sarcastic tone.

Addressing Thomas, he said, "No wonder my mother never took fancy to you. You and your wife are indeed well-suited for each other!"

The faces of Thomas and his wife paled at Edwin's sharp words.

Turning to Vanessa, Edwin's tone was incredulous.

“Excuse me, who are you to comment on whom I marry? Is it any of your concern? Are you trying to use the Evans family's so-called reputation to intimidate me?" He continued, his patience wearing thin, "I was tolerant of you before, considering our families' history. But let's be clear now. I, Edwin, am already married. Miss Smith, you preach about virtue and dignity, yet how can you shamelessly pursue a married man?"